The Ghana Police Service has clarified that some of its officers, upon a request from the court, escorted a bailiff and a judgment creditor to execute a court order against Accra-based Metro TV on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
In a statement, the police noted that it had commenced investigations into the incident, which occurred at the TV station, and urged the staff of the company to remain calm during the ongoing investigations.
"We urge the public, particularly the management and staff of Metro TV, to remain calm and cooperate with the police in the ongoing investigation," it stated.
A group of armed men, including police officers, invaded the premises of television station on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, and attempted to gain access to the studio where the Good Morning Ghana programme was being broadcast live.
According to Randy Abbey, host of the programme, some security officers at the station sustained injuries while attempting to prevent the armed officers and the court bailiff from entering the studio.
Read the full statement below:
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